1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 760 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 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rekord | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
