2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88

To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 6 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Cadillac CTS 1955 Oldsmobile 88
Make Cadillac Oldsmobile
Model CTS 88
Year Released 2007 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 5318 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 98.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 87.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1706 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3110 mm


 

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