1987 Buick Regal vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | Type S |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |