1944 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 68 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Oldsmobile 66 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Aston Martin |
Model | 66 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1944 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1867 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2601 mm |