1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 50 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 57 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
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, 2012 Audi TT, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Jetfire | TT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
