1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | S-Type | 88 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3110 mm |