1956 Maserati A6G vs. 1956 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1956 Maserati A6G and 1956 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati A6G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati A6G (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati A6G should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Rekord.
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:
| 1956 Maserati A6G | 1956 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | A6G | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
