1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 433 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Camaro | Type S |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |