2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 602 kg more than 1967 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Coupe | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | Coupe | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
