1955 Oldsmobile 98 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 57 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. 2012 Lexus LFA 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. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 98 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Lexus |
Model | 98 | LFA |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1219 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2606 mm |