1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 39 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 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, 2011 Infiniti G25 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
| Model | Cutlass | G25 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
