1991 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1991 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 730 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 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, 1991 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 730 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
