1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Opel Omega
To start off, 1995 Opel Omega is newer by 43 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 24 more horse power than 1995 Opel Omega. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Omega weights approximately 130 kg more than 1952 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Omega. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Jaguar XK | 1995 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XK | Omega |
Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |