1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 626 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Delta 88 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3465 mm |
