1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1945 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 15 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 525 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.
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:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Brougham | 66 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
