1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 386 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | 98 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
