1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 216 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 2012 Volkswagen CC
Make Oldsmobile Volkswagen
Model Jetfire CC
Year Released 1962 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3531 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4799 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1855 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2708 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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