2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1970 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | QX56 | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |