1964 Jaguar Type S vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 40 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | Type S | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
