1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D vs. 1945 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 160 kg more than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1958 Mercedes-Benz 300D | 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | 300D | 66 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3030 mm |