1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 146 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2011 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2011 Cadillac CTS 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | Cutlass | CTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
