1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. (24 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. 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:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1966 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2410 mm |
