1945 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 19 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 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1964 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:
| 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | 1964 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | 66 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
