2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 61 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 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 20 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:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CTS | 66 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
