2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | G37 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
