1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Rekord | Legacy |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |