2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1967 Opel Olympia

To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 39 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia.

Because 1967 Opel Olympia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac DTS 1967 Opel Olympia
Make Cadillac Opel
Model DTS Olympia
Year Released 2006 1967
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4572 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 396 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 69.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 44 L