2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 875 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (505 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJR | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 505 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
