1941 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 65 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, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
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. 2006 BMW 530 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. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Oldsmobile 66 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
Model | 66 | 530 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3903 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |