1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 555 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Rekord | Regal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
