2009 BMW 335 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 335 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1897 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
