1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 34 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 40 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 944. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1989 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | 98 | 944 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1260 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 |