2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | FX | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
