2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Magnum | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
