1964 Jaguar Type S vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 32 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vauxhall |
| Model | Type S | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
