1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 494 kg more than 1963 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 365 GT | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
