2004 BMW 325 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 36 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 709 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |