1964 Jaguar Type S vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (281 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 99 kg more than 1964 Jaguar Type S. 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (390 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar Type S | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Type S | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
