1997 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 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, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |