1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 579 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rekord | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3650 mm |
