1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 47 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
Model | Jetfire | A4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |