2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 643 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | S-Type | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 71 L |
