1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 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 40 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 98 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | Type S | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2615 mm |
