1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 828 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-350. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Cutlass | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3970 mm |
