2006 BMW 525 vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 525 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2783 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |