2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 840 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLS | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 44 L |
