2000 BMW X5 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X5 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
