2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1945 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 60 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1945 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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 Mazda RX-8 | 1945 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | RX-8 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
