1998 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | NSX | Jetfire |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |