2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
