2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 37 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 410 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | R-D6 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
