1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2000 Porsche RGT
To start off, 2000 Porsche RGT is newer by 45 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, 2000 Porsche RGT (276 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche RGT should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Porsche RGT.
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) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche RGT. (376 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche RGT.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 2000 Porsche RGT | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | 88 | RGT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5318 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 376 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |