2005 BMW 745 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 745 | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
