1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1949 Porsche 356
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 830 kg more than 1949 Porsche 356. 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. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1949 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1949 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1949 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | Cutlass | 356 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1131 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2110 mm |