1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | 98 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
