2009 BMW 735 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 805 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 735 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
