2001 BMW 318 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 318 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
