2009 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 1154 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 A8 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 A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2009 Audi A8 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. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A8 | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |