1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 56 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 34 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. 2010 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1954 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | 88 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2838 mm |
