2009 Audi S8 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 39 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Commodore weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S8 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
