2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E-150 | 88 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3110 mm |
