2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mustang | 98 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |