1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 54 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Opel Omega. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 113 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Omega |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
