1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 332 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
