1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK V | Senator |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
