1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 43 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jaguar Type S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar Type S | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | Type S | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
