1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 123 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Rekord | 2010 BMW 123 | |
Make | Opel | BMW |
Model | Rekord | 123 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |