1966 Jaguar Type S vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 44 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 333 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.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF 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 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Type S | XF |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
