2001 BMW Z9 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2001 BMW Z9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z9 (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9.
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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Z9 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
