1967 Opel Record vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 1971 Rover P5B is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Record | P5B |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2511 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
