1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Cutlass | G8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
