1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2896 mm |
