1957 Jaguar XK vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 30 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 30 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 63 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Senator |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
