1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1968 Jaguar Type S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 174 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK II | Type S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
