1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 43 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1118 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, 2011 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 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 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maybach |
| Model | Type S | 57 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
