1978 BMW B7 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1978 BMW B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 300 kg more than 1978 BMW B7.
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, 1978 BMW B7 (627 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm). This means 1978 BMW B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW B7 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW B7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW B7 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | B7 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 248 HP |
Torque | 627 Nm | 502 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |