1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |