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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 751 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 1968 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 6800 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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |