2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
