1942 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1942 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Oldsmobile 66 | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 66 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
