2009 BMW 335 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Commodore (223 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2784 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
