1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1963 Opel Rekord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
Model | 88 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5318 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |