1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 39 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2415 mm |
