1968 Opel Rekord vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 41 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 950 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 2009 BMW 545 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Rekord | 545 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |