1944 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | 1966 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | 66 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
