1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 240 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
