1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 48 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 493 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.
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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | Jetfire | 550 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |