1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1136 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 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Rekord | Flex |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| 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 | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2994 mm |
