2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Ford Taurus, 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 (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taurus | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2960 mm |
