1966 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1963 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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini 400 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | 400 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
