1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro.
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:
| 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Camaro | 66 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
