2005 Morgan Roadster vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Roadster | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Morgan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Roadster | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
