2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 695 kg more than 1970 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 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 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 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | C | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
