1946 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 62 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | 66 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
