2009 BMW M5 vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 723 kg more than 1964 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | M5 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
