1959 Jaguar XK vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 27 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1992 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar XK | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
