1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP) has 500 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 743 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Olympia | SLS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 575 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1623 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1262 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |