1970 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 3 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Brougham (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1026 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Brougham | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Brougham | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2670 mm |
