1954 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
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 98 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Genesis. (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Hyundai |
| Model | 98 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
