1971 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 16 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 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | 365 GTC | 88 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |