1945 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud
To start off, 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 6,230 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud weights approximately 338 kg more than 1945 Oldsmobile 66.
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:
| 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | 1959 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 66 | Silver Cloud |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 6230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2108 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
