2001 Maserati 3200 GT vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 34 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 370 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Maserati 3200 GT | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | 3200 GT | Commodore |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |