1990 BMW Z1 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1990 BMW Z1 is newer by 23 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW Z1 weights approximately 80 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, 1990 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW Z1 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | Z1 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |