1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2650 mm |
