1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 40 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 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 75 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar Type S | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Type S | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
