2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 860 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Olympia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 44 L |