1984 Bitter SC vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Bitter SC. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1984 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 26 kg more than 1984 Bitter SC. 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, 1984 Bitter SC (312 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Bitter SC | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Bitter | Jaguar |
| Model | SC | Type S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2740 mm |
