1997 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 34 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 730 kg more than 1963 Jaguar Type S. 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Bentley Brooklands | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
Model | Brooklands | Type S |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2740 mm |