2009 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 42 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (247 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 840 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 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
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2009 Audi A6 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1720 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |