2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 453 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Express | Jetfire |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |