1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 226 kg more than 1995 Porsche 928.
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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar Type S | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Jaguar | Porsche |
Model | Type S | 928 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |