1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord

To start off, both 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 and 1963 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 1963 Opel Rekord
Make Mercedes-Benz Opel
Model 230 Rekord
Year Released 1963 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2307 cc 1487 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.8 mm 74 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2650 mm


 

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