1942 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 61 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 555 more horse power than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Oldsmobile 66 | 2003 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 66 | CC8S |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 655 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2659 mm |
