1968 Opel Olympia vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 1038 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 1968 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 1968 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2011 Cadillac DTS 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 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Olympia | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Olympia | DTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
