1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 365 GTC | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
