2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Five Hundred | Record |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
