1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2896 mm |
