1964 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 810 kg more than 1964 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Opel Rekord | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Opel | Jaguar |
Model | Rekord | XK |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |