1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 20 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 208 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 254 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
