1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 40 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 168 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | Type S | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
