1971 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Rekord | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
