2009 BMW 750 vs. 1942 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 67 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1942 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1942 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 750 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
