1992 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 23 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 316 weights approximately 220 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, 1992 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 316 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 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 | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
