2000 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 28 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, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Aceca | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2960 mm |