1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKS is newer by 38 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, 2012 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 273 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.
Because 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKS. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lincoln |
| Model | Cutlass | MKS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2868 mm |
