2009 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 BMW 316 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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 Record (223 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (150 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 316 | 1967 Opel Record | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 316 | Record |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |