1969 Opel Olympia vs. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1969 Opel Olympia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 3,960 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Plymouth Belvedere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Plymouth Belvedere (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Plymouth Belvedere should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 760 kg more than 1969 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 1955 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Olympia | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2930 mm |
