1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 264 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | Type S | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
