1948 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1978 ZIL 4104 is newer by 30 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1566 kg more than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1978 ZIL 4104 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. 1978 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | ZIL |
| Model | 66 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3902 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3340 mm |
