2008 BMW 525 vs. 1949 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1949 Opel Olympia. (36 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1949 Opel Olympia.
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2008 BMW 525 | 1949 Opel Olympia | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |