2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 575M Maranello | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
