1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1970 Buick Centurion is newer by 7 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 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1100 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Centurion | Rekord |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2650 mm |