1941 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1959 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1959 Triumph TR3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | 1959 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | 66 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2240 mm |
