1986 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 27 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 149 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Rekord. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Rekord. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Opel Rekord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Rekord | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Rekord | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
