1943 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Lincoln LS.
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. 1999 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1943 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Lincoln |
| Model | 66 | LS |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
