1948 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
Model | 66 | 911 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3902 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |