2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Opel Diplomat. 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XJ | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | XJ | Diplomat |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |