1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 180 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | Type S | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 89 L |