1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 105 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
Model | MK II | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |