1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 552 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Rekord | Corvette |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |