1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 260Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 70 kg more than 1976 Datsun 260Z.
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, 1976 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Opel | Datsun |
Model | Commodore | 260Z |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |