1970 Opel Olympia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Olympia | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
