2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1942 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1942 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Viper | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
