2000 BMW 528 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 528 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 528 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |