2009 Ford GT vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford GT | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | GT | Olympia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |