1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 622 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | GT 40 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 63 L |
