1951 Jaguar XK vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1963 Opel Kadett is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar XK weights approximately 594 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. 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, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Jaguar XK | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XK | Kadett |
Year Released | 1951 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2330 mm |