2005 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Opel Olympia

To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 37 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 910 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW M3 1968 Opel Olympia
Make BMW Opel
Model M3 Olympia
Year Released 2005 1968
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3244 cc 1078 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 337 Nm 86 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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