1982 Buick Electra vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1982 Buick Electra is newer by 34 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra.
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. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1948 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Electra | 66 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |