2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (687 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 602 more horse power than 1967 Opel Olympia. (85 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 900 kg more than 1967 Opel Olympia. 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Olympia. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Jaguar | Opel |
Model | S-Type | Olympia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 687 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |