1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1977 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1977 Opel Commodore is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Commodore weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Opel Commodore (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1977 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 1600 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
