1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jaguar 3.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | 3.8 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
