1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 78 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | 88 | CC |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
