1991 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1991 BMW 730 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 119 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 730 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1972 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 730 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 730 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |