1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 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 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 355 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Rekord | Z4 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |