1945 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 62 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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster 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 | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | 66 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
