1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 43 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Because 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 643 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Commodore | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Commodore | A8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
