1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 46 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 875 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 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2013 BMW X1 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. 2013 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Olympia | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Olympia | X1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 63 L |
