2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | F430 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |