1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 30 kg more than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | 3-Litre | S-Type |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 81.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |