1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 163 kg more than 1969 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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Opel | Ascari |
| Model | Rekord | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
