1947 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 BMW 325.
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. 2004 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1947 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1947 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Oldsmobile 66 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | BMW |
| Model | 66 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
