1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 20 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. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 700 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 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:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F40 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
