1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 48 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 142 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Type S | S60 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
