2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 41 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 493 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 350Z | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
