1964 Lotus Elan vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1964 Lotus Elan and 1964 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lotus Elan (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lotus Elan | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elan | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2650 mm |
