1944 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 28 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
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 | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | 66 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
