1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 41 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 456 kg more than 1966 Jaguar Type S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | Type S | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |