1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2003 Opel Omega is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 83 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK V | Omega |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
