1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1525 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Opel Olympia | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Olympia | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 309 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |