1996 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 33 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A8 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
