1991 Ferrari C62 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1991 Ferrari C62 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari C62 (588 HP) has 464 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari C62 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 800 kg more than 1991 Ferrari C62.
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, 1991 Ferrari C62 (723 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (305 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari C62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari C62 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari C62 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari C62 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C62 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3368 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 588 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 723 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
