1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Commodore (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Opel Commodore (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
