1966 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Maserati Quattroporte.
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 Maserati Quattroporte | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Maserati | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quattroporte | 66 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
