1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
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 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | 98 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |