1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 248 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chrysler |
Model | Cutlass | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3052 mm |