1986 BMW M6 vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 479 kg more than 1971 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 M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | M6 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
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 | 335 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1026 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 |