2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1941 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1941 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 573 kg more than 1941 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 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1941 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1941 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1941 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Charger | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
