2009 BMW 135 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 135 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
