2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1964 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 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
