1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 514 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 1963 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Rekord | 6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1680 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2789 mm |
