2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 280 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2650 mm |
