1967 Opel Record vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 34 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 667 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Record | 730 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2940 mm |
