1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1969 Opel GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | MK II | GT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
