2009 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 597 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Record |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
