2008 BMW 116 vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 41 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 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Opel Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 116 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |