1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Dino | 98 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
