1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 46 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), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 658 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Opel | Chrysler |
Model | Commodore | 300 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1492 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |