1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1965 Jaguar Type S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1954 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1954 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 805 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | Type S | 356 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
