1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 55 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | 88 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
