1964 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 49 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Rekord | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Rekord | XF |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2909 mm |
