2005 BMW 320 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 469 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 320 | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
