2006 BMW 525 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 525 | Record |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1492 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
