1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 50 kg more than 1943 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:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 66 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
