1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Jetfire | A3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
