1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 42 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Jaguar S-Type (325 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | S-Type | Forester |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
