1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1946 Triumph 1800
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph 1800 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1946 Triumph 1800. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1946 Triumph 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 843 kg more than 1946 Triumph 1800. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1946 Triumph 1800 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2550 mm |
