1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1946 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1999 Infiniti Q45.
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. 1999 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1946 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti Q45 | 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Q45 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1946 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
