2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 550 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 XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XJ | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
