1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK8 | Record |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
