2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | 350Z | 88 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |