1974 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 849 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Opel Rekord | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Opel | Cadillac |
Model | Rekord | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 548 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 747 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1884 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |