1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1970 Subaru R-2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar Type S | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
Model | Type S | R-2 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 1930 mm |