1967 Opel Record vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 5 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 722 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Record | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 462 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |