1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Opel Rekord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zephyr (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 105 kg more than 1974 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Zephyr | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Zephyr | Rekord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |