1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 2008 Maybach 62
To start off, 2008 Maybach 62 is newer by 43 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 5,978 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maybach 62 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maybach 62 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 62 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 | 2008 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | Type S | 62 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 5978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
