1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 51 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 81 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 292 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Jetfire | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 56 L |