1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 645 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Olympia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
