2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 510 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1977 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. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | 360 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3030 mm |