1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | 88 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 5318 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |