2002 Lexus SC vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 34 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 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 960 kg more than 1968 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2002 Lexus SC 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. 2002 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | SC | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
