1941 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1941 Oldsmobile 66.
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 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | 66 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2970 mm |
