2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 660 kg more than 1965 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
