1968 Opel Commodore vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 625 kg more than 1968 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 E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Commodore | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Commodore | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1398 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |