1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1348 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Rekord | Silverado |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3645 mm |