1959 Mercedes-Benz SC vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1967 Opel Olympia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (110 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 550 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC (189 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Mercedes-Benz SC | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | SC | Olympia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 189 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |