USA vs USA — 1967 vs 1972
| Comet Cyclone GT | Cutlass 442 W-30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp | 270 hp |
| Torque | 450 lb-ft | 490 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,391 cc | 7,456 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.8 sec | 6.1 sec |
| Top Speed | 121 mph | 127 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.1 sec | 14.2 sec |
| Weight | 3,450 lbs | 3,700 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,972 mm | 2,845 mm |
| Length | 5,206 mm | 5,232 mm |
| Units Produced | 3,419 | 772 |
| Original MSRP | $2,848 | $3,840 |
| Value (Excellent) | $75,000 | $140,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Mercury Comet Cyclone GT brings more power, lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 W-30 answers with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Muscle Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1967 Mercury Comet Cyclone GT versus the 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 W-30. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 1967 Mercury Comet Cyclone GT holds a clear advantage in raw power with 320 hp compared to 270 hp, a 50-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 W-30 edges ahead at 6.1 seconds versus 6.8 seconds. The Mercury Comet carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 250 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 772 units built, the 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 W-30 is considerably scarcer than the Mercury Comet's 3,419 examples. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 W-30 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.