2009 BMW M6 vs. 1971 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1971 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1971 Opel Commodore | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M6 | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |