2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ram | 88 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3110 mm |
