1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Opel Rekord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 465 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | DB5 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
