1970 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 35 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2005 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Rekord | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Rekord | 996 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |