1972 Jaguar E Type vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar E Type | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | E Type | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
