1971 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Commodore. 2011 Chrysler 300 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. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Commodore | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Commodore | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
