1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1958 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Triumph TR3 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 31 more horse power than 1958 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1958 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 890 kg more than 1958 Triumph TR3. 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. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1958 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1958 Triumph TR3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1958 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2240 mm |
