1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 46 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
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, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | 88 | 607 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |