2007 Audi A4 vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2784 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
