1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 80 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 Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Mythos | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
