1982 BMW 323 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1982 BMW 323 is newer by 4 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 2,315 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 323 (148 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1982 BMW 323.
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, 1982 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 323 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
