1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
Model | Cutlass | EX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7462 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |