2009 BMW 740 vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (302 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1967 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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 740 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
