2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XKA is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XKA weights approximately 174 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKA | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XKA | Type S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 466 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 843 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1626 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
