1967 Opel Rekord vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Opel | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Rekord | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
