1968 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 790 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Rekord | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |