2009 BMW M3 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M3 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
