1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Commodore | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |