2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1423 kg more than 1971 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-350 | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-350 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |