1970 Opel Rekord vs. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 36 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 750 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 115 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, 2006 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Rekord | 2006 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Opel | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Rekord | CCR |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 816 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2659 mm |
