1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Challenger | Type S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
