1959 BMW 502 vs. 1953 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1959 BMW 502 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1953 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 502 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 1953 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 502 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
