1963 Jaguar Type S vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Porsche 930 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Jaguar Type S | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | Type S | 930 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |