1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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 195 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | Type S | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |