1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Panoz |
| Model | Cutlass | AIV |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
