2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 90 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | Type S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
