1964 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1964 Jaguar 3.8 has manual transmission. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 3.8 | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
