1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 55 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 72 more horse power than 2010 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 43 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford S-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford S-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | 88 | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5318 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
