1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 767 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Rekord | GT-R |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |