1945 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 60 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
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 | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Vauxhall |
| Model | 66 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
