1972 Maserati Bora vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
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 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 98.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bora | 98 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |