2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 98.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Coupe | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
Model | Coupe | 98 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |