1984 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1980 Opel Rekord.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1980 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M6 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1100 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |