1960 Jaguar MK II vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 215 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK II | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | MK II | Omega |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
