2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S2000 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
