1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 492 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Record |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
