1998 Lexus SC vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 31 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 305 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus SC | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | SC | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
