1969 Opel Olympia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1400 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 716 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Olympia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Olympia | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
