1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Commodore | FX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
