2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
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 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (435 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | R-D6 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |