2003 Ford GT vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
Because 2003 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2003 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GT | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
