1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 44 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 88 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | Type S | Defender |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3440 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |