2008 BMW X3 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 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 X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | X3 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
