2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 32 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Alpina Roadster.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina Roadster. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2004 Alpina Roadster has manual transmission. 2004 Alpina Roadster 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:
2004 Alpina Roadster | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Alpina | Oldsmobile |
Model | Roadster | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |