2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1969 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | C | Olympia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |