1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S 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 75 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane, 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | Type S | Megane |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
