2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1943 kg more than 1967 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Olympia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 150 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 44 L |