1950 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1966 Opel Rekord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jaguar XK weights approximately 185 kg more than 1966 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, 1950 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1950 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jaguar XK | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
