1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 45 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 1252 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 2012 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Commodore | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Commodore | GX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
