1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1989 TVR S2 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 552 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
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, 1989 TVR S2 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | MK II | S2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
