1966 Ford Cortina vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1966 Ford Cortina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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:
1966 Ford Cortina | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cortina | 66 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |