1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 760 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.
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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jaguar XJS | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJS | GT |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |