2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 905 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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
