1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1975 BMW 1502 is newer by 32 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 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. 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:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 1502 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
