2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.

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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ferrari 360 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Ferrari Oldsmobile
Model 360 Ninety-Eight
Year Released 2004 1975
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 380 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3230 mm


 

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