1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1948 Tatra T107
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra T107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra T107 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1948 Tatra T107. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra T107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 615 kg more than 1948 Tatra T107. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra T107. (118 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra T107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1948 Tatra T107 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tatra |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | T107 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
