1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 41 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 870 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Opel | Alpina |
| Model | Rekord | B7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
