2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | F-350 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2960 mm |
