1968 Jaguar Type S vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 62 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 276 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar Type S | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | Type S | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2645 mm |
