1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1941 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 44 kg more than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. 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:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V8 Volante | 66 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
