1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 16 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Opel Rekord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 2800 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
