1987 Opel Senator vs. 1967 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 TVR Vixen. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 746 kg more than 1967 TVR Vixen. 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, 1987 Opel Senator (240 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Senator | 1967 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Senator | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
