2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 46 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | E-150 | Jetfire |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |