1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 37 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 86 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Cutlass | G6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
