1996 BMW 735 vs. 1989 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 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:
1996 BMW 735 | 1989 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 735 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |