2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1956 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 Skoda 440. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Skoda 440. 2005 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1956 Skoda 440 has manual transmission. 1956 Skoda 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | S-Type | 440 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
