1945 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 67 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 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. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1945 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Infiniti |
| Model | 66 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
