1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 54 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Oldsmobile | TVR |
Model | 88 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |