1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 49 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 870 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, 2012 Ford Edge, 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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Rekord | Edge |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2824 mm |
