1967 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 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 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (136 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Rekord | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rekord | C |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |