1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1996 Rover 600
To start off, 1996 Rover 600 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 600, 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 1996 Rover 600 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Rover |
Model | 88 | 600 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |