1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (360 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 73 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.
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.
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1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
Model | Cutlass | M |
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 | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2901 mm |