1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 615 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | SL |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4612 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2099 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2585 mm |