2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 725 kg more than 1966 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 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | E | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
