1999 Audi R8 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 32 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 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
