2008 BMW 550 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 44 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 2,604 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 625 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 550 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
