2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 58 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1954 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S-Type | 88 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3110 mm |
