1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1967 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 560 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
