2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | CL | Olympia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |