1948 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1968 Plymouth VIP is newer by 20 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
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. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1948 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | 66 | VIP |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
