2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C | 88 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
