2006 BMW M6 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 42 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M6 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
