1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1610 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Olympia | GL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 100 L |
