1967 Opel Olympia vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 774 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 1967 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Olympia | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Olympia | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |