1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 44 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 985 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Olympia | X3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 67 L |