1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1968 Ferrari Dino is newer by 20 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 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
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:
1968 Ferrari Dino | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | Dino | 66 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |