1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 32 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK 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 55 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | Type S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 615 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
