1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jaguar Type S | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | Type S | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
