1993 Acura NSX vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1993 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Acura NSX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 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, 1993 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Acura NSX | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Rekord |
Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |