1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Type S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
