1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 23 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 380 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Opel | Bitter |
Model | Rekord | SC |
Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |