1957 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1946 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1957 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.
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:
| 1957 Lancia Flaminia | 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Flaminia | 66 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
