1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004.
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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 2004 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
