1954 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 57 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 905 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Opel Rekord | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Rekord | 535 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2969 mm |
