1995 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Record |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
