1946 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 1997 Venturi 400 is newer by 51 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
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:
| 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Venturi |
| Model | 66 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
