1964 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Rekord | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Rekord | X3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
