2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 39 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 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 521 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.
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 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8355 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
