1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Rekord | 530 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1515 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 Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
