2008 BMW 550 vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 550 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |