1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 1984 Porsche 944 is newer by 29 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 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. 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 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | 98 | 944 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |