2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 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 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 78 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 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:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Caterham | Oldsmobile |
Model | 7 | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |