1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Olympia | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
