1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (200 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cutlass | B |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2699 mm |
