2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 44 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2650 mm |
