1998 BMW 323 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 15 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 432 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
