1970 Opel Commodore vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Commodore (148 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 248 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 1970 Opel Commodore (223 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Commodore | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Commodore | 912 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2784 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
