2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 463 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | S-Type | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2540 mm |
