1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 13 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 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 405 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 230 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
