1964 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett. 2010 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1964 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1964 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Kadett | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | Kadett | XK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2751 mm |
