2004 BMW 630 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore

To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 550 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, 2004 BMW 630 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 630 1968 Opel Commodore
Make BMW Opel
Model 630 Commodore
Year Released 2004 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 69.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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