1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 19 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 180 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Opel | Bitter |
Model | Commodore | SC |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |