2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-250 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
