2008 BMW 335 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
