2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre Six would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP) has 292 more horse power than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1963 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Jaguar | Reliant |
| Model | S-Type | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 38 L |
