1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS

To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 495 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Aston Martin DBS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass 2012 Aston Martin DBS
Make Oldsmobile Aston Martin
Model Cutlass DBS
Year Released 1991 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 163 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4719 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2741 mm


 

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