2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 34 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW Z4 weights approximately 260 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, 2004 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
