2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 48 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Blackhawk | 88 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 692 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3110 mm |