1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Rekord | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
