1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 38 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
