1996 BMW 332 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 332 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |