1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 50 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1054 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Rekord | A8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2992 mm |
