1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 44 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 924 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 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 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Opel Rekord | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Rekord | 6 series |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |