1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB4 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
