2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66.
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.
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Oldsmobile |
Model | V8 Vantage | 66 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1944 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4735 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |