2005 BMW Z4 vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | Z4 | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
