2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. 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 XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ6 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
