1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 14 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 395 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, 1977 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 308 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
