1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 23 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (204 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 65 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SL | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |