1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 44 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, 2011 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Commodore | CT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
