1944 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 61 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, 2005 Opel Omega (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Opel Omega.
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. 2005 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 1944 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
