2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Challenger | 98 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 419 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
