1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
