2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1957 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 464 kg more than 1957 Opel Kapitan. 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. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1957 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XF | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
