1948 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
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:
| 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 66 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
