1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1967 Ferrari Dino is newer by 4 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 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, 1967 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari Dino | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Dino | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
