1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 828 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1967 Porsche 912 has manual transmission. 1967 Porsche 912 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | 912 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2220 mm |
