1998 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1965 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 S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
