1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1988 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 33 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 111 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1988 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000, 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 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | 98 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
