1984 BMW M6 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M6 | Record |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
