1972 Lincoln Continental vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1972 Lincoln Continental is newer by 17 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 630 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. 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, 1972 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. 1972 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lincoln Continental | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Lincoln | Oldsmobile |
Model | Continental | 88 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7542 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3110 mm |