2009 BMW 523 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 523 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 523 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |