2009 Acura TL vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 37 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, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (248 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TL | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
