1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 28 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Jaguar Type S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar Type S | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lincoln |
| Model | Type S | Continental |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 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 | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
