1977 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 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 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mercedes-Benz S | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2745 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
