1941 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 64 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, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 BMW 316.
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. 2005 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1941 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | 66 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
