1967 Jaguar Type S vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 42 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 90 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
| Model | Type S | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
