2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1969 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 612 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
