1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2918 mm |
