1964 Jaguar Type S vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 1964 Jaguar Type S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar Type S | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | Type S | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
