1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 98.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Avanti | Oldsmobile |
Model | Avanti | 98 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |