1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 39 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 9 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Type S | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
