1968 Jaguar 240 vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 324 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 1999 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar 240 | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | 240 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
