1996 BMW 530 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 339 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 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 530 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |