1953 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1953 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1953 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1953 Opel Rekord. 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. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1953 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1953 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Opel Rekord | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Rekord | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2990 mm |
