1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 856 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 340 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Type S | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
