1964 AC Cobra vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1964 AC Cobra is newer by 1 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 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 40 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Cobra | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
