2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 32 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 455 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, 1970 Opel Rekord (120 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 40 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
