1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 696 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar Type S | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
Model | Type S | Exige |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |