1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1945 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 47 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 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
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:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 348 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 1465 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
