1957 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 1971 Opel GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | GT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
