1971 Opel Commodore vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Opel Commodore.
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, 1971 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 2004 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Commodore | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | 316 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
