1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 40 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Cutlass | TT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2469 mm |
