1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 46 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 33 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.

Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Jetfire Camry
Year Released 1962 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3531 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 215 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L