1949 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jaguar Mark IV | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | Mark IV | Omega |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3483 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2740 mm |