1970 Opel Record vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Record | 959 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
