1985 Jaguar XJS vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 660 kg more than 1963 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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Jaguar XJS | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJS | Rekord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |