1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 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 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 320 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Commodore | Z4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |