1954 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1954 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. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1954 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1954 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Opel Rekord | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Rekord | 525 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
