2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Mini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cooper | 88 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
