1970 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 43 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 815 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Rekord | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Rekord | M3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2761 mm |