1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Cutlass | Edge |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2824 mm |
