1996 BMW 530 vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 52 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, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1996 BMW 530.
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:
1996 BMW 530 | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
Model | 530 | 66 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1944 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |