1967 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rekord | ML |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
