1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 25 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1109 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.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Rekord | X6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
