1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
