1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (325 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jaguar S-Type | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | S-Type | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 520 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 685 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |