1970 Opel GT vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel GT | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | S |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1100 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |