1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1972 ZIL 114
To start off, 1972 ZIL 114 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 ZIL 114 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 ZIL 114 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2205 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, 1972 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1972 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | Opel | ZIL |
| Model | Rekord | 114 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3770 mm |
