1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1953 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1954 Chrysler Windsor is newer by 1 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 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Chrysler Windsor (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1953 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 1953 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 1953 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Windsor | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2490 mm |
