2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-250 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1078 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |