1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1969 Porsche 908

To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 908. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 908 would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1969 Porsche 908.

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. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 908 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 908 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.

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