1957 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1966 Jaguar Type S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 147 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK.
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, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | Type S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
