1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1971 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1971 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 16 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 73 more horse power than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 1971 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | 88 | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5318 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |