2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia 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 157 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (128 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | R-D6 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 44 L |
