1941 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 71 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, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. 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. 2012 BMW 640 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. 2012 BMW 640 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | 66 | 640 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1894 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
