1998 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,665 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 318 (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Record |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
