1971 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 is newer by 41 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1786 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.
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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Opel | Maybach |
| Model | Rekord | 62 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
