1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 470 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Jaguar Type S | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | Type S | 911 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |