1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1966 Triumph GT6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1966 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 810 kg more than 1966 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar S-Type | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | S-Type | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
