2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 934 kg more than 1968 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
