2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 855 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
