1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 1983 Opel Senator is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK VIII | Senator |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
