1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 191 kg more than 1978 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
