2002 BMW 332 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 332 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |