1999 BMW 323 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 29 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 432 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 323 | Record |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
