1961 Cadillac DeVille 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 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 990 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 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | DeVille | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
