1968 Opel GT vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 925 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Opel | Jaguar |
| Model | GT | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3032 mm |
