1960 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 382 kg more than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XK | Antara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
