1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 34 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 246 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Rekord | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
Make | Opel | Ascari |
Model | Rekord | KZ1 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2636 mm |