2006 Lexus SC vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 577 kg more than 1963 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 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lexus | Opel |
| Model | SC | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
