2002 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 33 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 520 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, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jensen SV-8 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Jensen | Opel |
Model | SV-8 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |