2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 689 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
