1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 37 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 219 kg more than 1968 Jaguar Type S. 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Type S | XKR |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
