1946 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1946 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 66 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
