1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cutlass | S |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3165 mm |