1980 Opel Commodore vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Commodore | 2004 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Commodore | 320 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
