2009 BMW 335 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 335 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
