1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 34 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 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 985 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 367 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
