1968 Opel Rekord vs. 1970 Rover P5B
To start off, 1970 Rover P5B is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,527 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover P5B weights approximately 555 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, 1970 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 1970 Rover P5B | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Rekord | P5B |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |