1983 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 320 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Rekord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1983 BMW 320.
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, 1983 BMW 320 (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 320 | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
