1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Alpine | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V6 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
