2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1946 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 61 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1946 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1946 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SLR McLaren | 66 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1946 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |