1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 66 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | Project Vantage | Type S |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |