1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rekord | C |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |