1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z8 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
