2007 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 885 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.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Olympia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |
