1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 25 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F-250 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
