2007 Infiniti M vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | M | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
