2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 684 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 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 | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Olympia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |