1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 52 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 94 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
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, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | 98 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
