2007 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1964 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 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Mark LT | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Lincoln | Opel |
Model | Mark LT | Rekord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2575 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2650 mm |