1976 Opel Commodore vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1976 Opel Commodore is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Commodore (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1976 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Commodore | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Commodore | P5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2783 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
