1954 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 58 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 650 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 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Rekord | 128 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2659 mm |
