2006 Lexus GS vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (217 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1963 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 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | GS | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
