2007 BMW 645 vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 37 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 790 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 645 | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 645 | Record |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
