1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 619 kg more than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible has manual transmission. 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1957 Wartburg Sports Convertible | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Wartburg |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Sports Convertible |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 264 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |