1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1998 Opel Omega
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Opel Omega. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 348 kg more than 1998 Opel Omega. 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Omega. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1998 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | 420G | Omega |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
