1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 24 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 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1944 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:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 600 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3030 mm |
