1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 876 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2001 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Olympia | 320 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
