1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (170 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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, 1972 Jaguar XJ (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar XJ | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJ | Senator |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |