2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1969 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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJR | GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |
