1976 Opel Commodore vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Opel Commodore | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Commodore | 335 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2783 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |