1967 Jaguar MK II vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 Opel Omega (300 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar MK II | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK II | Omega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2481 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1660 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
