1998 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1972 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 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 730 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 730 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |