1943 Ford Taunus vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1964 Opel Rekord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1943 Ford Taunus. (34 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1943 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1943 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Ford Taunus | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
