1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Rekord | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Rekord | 120 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |