2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 855 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Jaguar | Triumph |
| Model | S-Type | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 29 L |
