1996 BMW 735 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 735 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
