1948 Opel Olympia vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1948 Opel Olympia. (36 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1948 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Opel Olympia | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Olympia | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1961 mm |
