1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1945 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
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:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | 66 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
