1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 577 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Rekord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |