1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 498 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Rekord | Firebird |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |