1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass has manual transmission. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Cutlass | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2473 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
