1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 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 98 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 14 kg more than 1963 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 1963 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
