2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1969 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 930 kg more than 1969 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Olympia. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | S-Type | Olympia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
