2009 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
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 Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 330 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2239 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
