1998 BMW 318 vs. 1945 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 53 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, 1945 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1945 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 318 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
