1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 989 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
Model | Delta 88 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6965 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |