1994 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 27 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 580 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.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
