1986 BMW M3 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 23 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M3 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M3 weights approximately 200 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, 1986 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M3 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M3 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |