1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 16 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 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 590 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 280 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2745 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2650 mm |
