1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
