1962 Ford Consul vs. 1946 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1962 Ford Consul is newer by 16 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, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 888 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Consul | 66 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
