2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1943 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1943 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1943 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1943 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 612 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1943 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
