2005 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore

To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 445 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 1967 Opel Commodore
Make BMW Opel
Model 330 Commodore
Year Released 2005 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2239 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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