1995 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Opel Rekord.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 318 | 1959 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 318 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1680 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |