2003 Audi RS4 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2003 Audi RS4 is newer by 48 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2003 Audi RS4.
Because 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RS4 | 98 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
