1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2670 mm |
