1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 506 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
Model | Ninety-Eight | E-Series |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3505 mm |