1970 Opel GT vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel GT | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
