1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1968 Mercedes-Benz E and 1968 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 264 kg more than 1968 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 Mercedes-Benz E (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | E | Rekord |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |