2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 255 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
