1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Cutlass | Cayman |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3385 cc |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |