2004 BMW 730 vs. 1954 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1954 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. 2004 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1954 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1954 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 1954 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 730 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
