1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 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 Porsche 965 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | Type S | 965 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |