1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 20 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 625 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
