1968 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 30 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 328 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Rekord | 993 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |