1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | 512 M | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5736 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |