2006 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 325 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |