1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 510 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1993 Italdesign Nazca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Italdesign | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Nazca | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
