1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 38 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, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 BMW 335.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 335. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | Cutlass | 335 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2761 mm |
