1974 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 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 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 760 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4520 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
