2002 Lincoln LS vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 39 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 717 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.
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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lincoln LS | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lincoln | Opel |
| Model | LS | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
