1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 43 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 365 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Rekord | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
