1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Opel Omega
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 61 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1990 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XK | Omega |
Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |