1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 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 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 14 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 573 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, 2010 Citroen C6, 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
Model | Jetfire | C6 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |