1959 BMW 700 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (175 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 700 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2490 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2670 mm |
