2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,902 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1948 Oldsmobile 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Oldsmobile 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LaCrosse | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
