1970 Opel Record vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 42 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Record | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3165 mm |
