2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | Enzo | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 651 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 658 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |