1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 747 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Olympia | Mustang |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |