1970 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Rekord | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Rekord | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
