1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 10 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 (58 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1963 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 220 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |