2009 BMW X6 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | X6 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |
