2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Oldsmobile 442. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Five Hundred | 442 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |