1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | 512 BB | 88 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5320 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |