2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 769 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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
