2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 305 kg more than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. 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.
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2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
Make | Jaguar | Plymouth |
Model | S-Type | Belvedere |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2930 mm |