1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 30 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 80 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Rekord | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
