1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 35 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 782 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.
Because 1964 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Seville | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Rekord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |