2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord. 2007 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
