1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1432 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.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Jetfire | F-150 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |