1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | 88 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |