1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2010 SSC Aero
To start off, 2010 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 894 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2010 SSC Aero.
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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 950 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2010 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SSC |
| Model | 88 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1090 mm |
